Marathon Weekend 2022

[Sara W]

From what I understand, RunDisney has updated its policy to be strict about food being handed out along the course. It's a no-go. Nobody was doing it at the half in November.

 

[Jason Bryer]

I always forget sunglasses because it’s so dark when we’re boarding the buses, but these will definitely be a necessity. Thanks for the reminder!

As someone who needs to wear glasses to see, finding the right running glasses was really important. I have been using Oakley Flak 2.0 for many years. Key advantage is the lens are interchangeable so for the full I start with clear lenses and switch them to tinted lenses once I need to. They are small and light and store in a nice little pouch so not to get scratched and fit in my belt. I got the from SportsRX which were fantastic in getting them made to my prescription.

I love this running belt for races (or when I don't have to carry my own water). It was free in 2020 from one of the sponsors but ended up buying another once it wore out: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LWZN1DA/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[Mr_Incr3dible]

From what I understand, RunDisney has updated its policy to be strict about food being handed out along the course. It's a no-go. Nobody was doing it at the half in November.

Well, that would throw a spanner into my plans. Under Race-Day it says we can enjoy a variety of food and beverages before, during, and post-race. Is this meant to mean only at their food booths?

And I've seen people state that you'll get the medals if you finish regardless of time, but after revisiting the RD page, I see this fine print: " *Participants must have completed the 5K, 10K, Half Marathon and Marathon races within the pacing requirements in order to be eligible for the Dopey Challenge medal."
And there was similar wording for the Goofy Challenge.

And maybe I'm late to the party in seeing this, but it will factor in to the amount of dallying for photos.

 

[matt and beth]

When is everyone starting their taper? Was going to try one last long run with 12 miles on the 25th and 24 miles on the 26th but having second thoughts. Already completed a 8 and 16, 9 and 18, 10 and 20, and plan on a 11 and 22 this weekend. Just getting worried of blowing a gasket this close to the Dopey with all the hard work. TIA

 

[camaker]

And I've seen people state that you'll get the medals if you finish regardless of time, but after revisiting the RD page, I see this fine print: " *Participants must have completed the 5K, 10K, Half Marathon and Marathon races within the pacing requirements in order to be eligible for the Dopey Challenge medal."
And there was similar wording for the Goofy Challenge..

That verbiage has been in the event descriptions since I’ve been doing RunDisney events. The pacing requirements are for the course, not the individual runner. They start the 16mm pacing clock when the last runner crosses the starting line. RunDisney doesn’t care what your time is, just that you cross the finish line ahead of the sweepers. That’s not going to change.

 

[WhereInFlorida]

When is everyone starting their taper? Was going to try one last long run with 12 miles on the 25th and 24 miles on the 26th but having second thoughts. Already completed a 8 and 16, 9 and 18, 10 and 20, and plan on a 11 and 22 this weekend. Just getting worried of blowing a gasket this close to the Dopey with all the hard work. TIA

this Sunday is last big run, 20 miles, for me then drop back to 12 and 8 for the following 2 weekends before the marathon. Getting this week done and then looking forward to the taper during the holidays.

 

[StarGirl11]

Way late to SAFD because I’ve been sick (AGAIN):

Justified: I’m going to go against the grain but for a couple of reasons involving the Skyliner and accessibility. For me at least staying on property for races is still justified. Out of races ehhh. But during races yes.

Post full celebration meal. I’m still stalking Citricos for a time. Because my plans changed and I want to eat there/

Unjustified:

I Uh don’t have really anything here for. At least anything that’s a hard no that’s justified. Like I’m really against the rest of the group here since I’m planning to use at least the ILLs a couple of times. And budgeted for it.

the closest I can think of is wait times. But that’s not even accurate.

 

[FFigawi]

I would like to do more photos this time around, but I still don't know if there is anyone I want/need a picture with so badly that I'll wait more than 5 or 6 minutes. If I remember to do so, I might hop off the course long enough to ride Rockin' Roller Coaster if I beg my way to the front. (Mile 22 split: 2.5 minutes!)

You’re better off riding Tower of Terror. The wait time is usually shorter, and it’s right on the course. The detour over to RnRC takes longer than you might think. For reference, doing both adds about 30-45 minutes to your race time.

 

[Herding_Cats]

3 weeks out from opening day of MW.

that’s terrifying. What have I gotten myself in to? Good thing I didn’t drink the koolaid and sign up for dopey!

 

[1lilspark]

3 weeks out from opening day of MW.

right now I’m just a ball of anxiety wondering if this weekend or my February non Disney race will go on as planed or there will be significant alterations

 

[StarGirl11]

right now I’m just a ball of anxiety wondering if this weekend or my February non Disney race will go on as planed or there will be significant alterations

Honestly after having gone through two races with the variants I’m kind of numb. Though at this point .if they didn’t cancel for the Delta. I don’t think they’ll cancel for new strands.

RunDisney seems to have got a handle on how to do things. Only way I could see is dealing with emergency services. But considering Disney property has its own services I don’t think that’s as much of a concern

 

[Edeyore]

When is everyone starting their taper? Was going to try one last long run with 12 miles on the 25th and 24 miles on the 26th but having second thoughts. Already completed a 8 and 16, 9 and 18, 10 and 20, and plan on a 11 and 22 this weekend. Just getting worried of blowing a gasket this close to the Dopey with all the hard work. TIA

Your plan sounds good. Doing 22 this weekend and then dropping to a 12 miler next weekend is a good taper. I am thinking of something similar. I will run on New Year's day and will actually
be at WDW on the 2nd.

 

[Mr_Incr3dible]

3 weeks out from opening day of MW.

that’s terrifying. What have I gotten myself in to? Good thing I didn’t drink the koolaid and sign up for dopey!

I have no idea what kind of mental lapse would have someone doing the Dopey....

 

[jrsharp21]

As someone who needs to wear glasses to see, finding the right running glasses was really important. I have been using Oakley Flak 2.0 for many years. Key advantage is the lens are interchangeable so for the full I start with clear lenses and switch them to tinted lenses once I need to. They are small and light and store in a nice little pouch so not to get scratched and fit in my belt. I got the from SportsRX which were fantastic in getting them made to my prescription.

I have been a big Flak and Flak 2.0 guy for years for baseball. I tried using them for running but found that with all the sweat, I ruined lenses really quickly and got costly to replace. Even with washing and cleaning they would still oxidize and peel. Found a pair of sunglasses that I absolutely love now and the price is right. Torege polarized sports sunglass. Absolutely love these. They come with a three different types of lenses, hard case, and cleaning cloth for $25. About to pick up another color to wear for MW. Will be using my current pair to wear around the park.

https://www.amazon.com/TOREGE-Polar...79d1e&pd_rd_wg=l8dO5&pd_rd_i=B019JR5ATU&psc=1

 

[PrincessV]

Well, that would throw a spanner into my plans. Under Race-Day it says we can enjoy a variety of food and beverages before, during, and post-race. Is this meant to mean only at their food booths?

Correct - rD will supply nutrition at the stations marked on the course maps. Spectators are not allowed to offer food to runners.

And I've seen people state that you'll get the medals if you finish regardless of time, but after revisiting the RD page, I see this fine print: " *Participants must have completed the 5K, 10K, Half Marathon and Marathon races within the pacing requirements in order to be eligible for the Dopey Challenge medal."
And there was similar wording for the Goofy Challenge.

And maybe I'm late to the party in seeing this, but it will factor in to the amount of dallying for photos.

If you start a race and do not finish, you'll receive the medal for that race. But if you registered for a challenge - Dopey or Goofy - and fail to finish any of the races included in that challenge, you will not receive the challenge medal/s.

When is everyone starting their taper?

I've got a 20 miler this Sunday, and then I taper.

 

[Jason Bryer]

When is everyone starting their taper? Was going to try one last long run with 12 miles on the 25th and 24 miles on the 26th but having second thoughts. Already completed a 8 and 16, 9 and 18, 10 and 20, and plan on a 11 and 22 this weekend. Just getting worried of blowing a gasket this close to the Dopey with all the hard work. TIA

Last long run (20 miles) this weekend. Then probably two 10 mile runs to taper (on the weekend). My weekday runs are 6 miles and I usually do 4 of those a week.

 

[Herding_Cats]

Anyone have experience using a visitor toll pass for their rental car? You can grab one at the airport i guess? It would be *great* to not have to bring a roll of quarters with us this trip.

 

[camaker]

When is everyone starting their taper? Was going to try one last long run with 12 miles on the 25th and 24 miles on the 26th but having second thoughts. Already completed a 8 and 16, 9 and 18, 10 and 20, and plan on a 11 and 22 this weekend. Just getting worried of blowing a gasket this close to the Dopey with all the hard work. TIA

My last maximum length long run of 16 miles is this weekend, dropping to 10 and 7 the remaining weekends before the races. There are a couple of mid-week 12 milers in there, but taper essentially starts after this upcoming Sunday.

 

[Kerry1957]

Anyone have experience using a visitor toll pass for their rental car? You can grab one at the airport i guess? It would be *great* to not have to bring a roll of quarters with us this trip.

There are two incompatible toll systems getting from the airport to the parks. I have brought my Illinois I-Pass once but it only works for one of the toll systems and it was just as much hassle as bringing quarters, and I almost left it in the rental when I returned the car. I do not use the one that comes with the rental car because it has a daily charge in addition to the actual toll charges.

 

[jrsharp21]

Anyone have experience using a visitor toll pass for their rental car? You can grab one at the airport i guess? It would be *great* to not have to bring a roll of quarters with us this trip.

If you are picking up a rental from MCO, just go through the toll in the pass lane. You will automatically get charged a daily fee for using the lane plus whatever the tolls are that you go through. I think the daily fee is like $4 or $5 dollars per day. So essentially it is equivalent of renting a transponder and the daily fee associated with that. It makes it super convenient when you are part of a loyalty program like Emerald Club. No having to wait around to get a transponder and do all of that sign up process. Just go to your car and go.

For me, I usually only go through tolls on the way from MCO to WDW and on the way back to the airport. So I don't mind paying the daily fee.